2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribute | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
